Tariff Ready? Lessons From The Front Lines

Recorded July 2, 2025
Tariffs are in the spotlight, and construction firms are feeling the heat.
In this episode of ConstructorCast, host Suzanne Hitt sits down with supply chain leaders Tim Jed (DPR Construction) and Jay Pendergrass (Gilbane Building) to unpack the real-world impact of tariffs on materials costs, project timelines, and client decisions.
From supplier price hikes and shifting policies to smart strategies and collaborative solutions, this conversation gets into what contractors need to know now, and how to stay ahead in an unpredictable market.

Guests:
Tim Jed: [e-mail] | DPR Construction
Jay Pendergrass: [e-mail] | Gilbane

Resources:
AGC's Tariff Resource Center for Contractors
Webinar Slides:
Pricing Impact by Trade and Gypsum Rock Drywall Example
Market Conditions Report

2025 AGC Workforce Survey

What is ConstructorCast?

AGC of America produces a monthly podcast, the ConstructorCast, a source for all the news, views, and interviews relevant to your construction business.